Friday 25 July 2014

Multimodality, deprofessionalisation and the MA in Digital Technologies for Language Teaching

What is the role of Multimodality in an online professional development programme for language teachers? Furthermore, what are the implications of de-professionalization of teachers and how it could be reversed?
"Eclectic approach or multimodal experience: a professional development programme for language teachers" presentation by Cecilia Goria and Marion Sadoux in the Reshaping Languages in Higher Education Conference 2014 provided a different perspective on multimodality in online courses and re-professionalisation of language teachers.

Saturday 19 July 2014

There is still time to apply for the MA in DTLT

The MA programme in Digital Technologies for Language Teaching (distance learning) provides a solid grounding in the pedagogical and practical aspects of new learning technologies, with a specific focus on language learning and teaching.
The MA consists of one core module, four modules chosen from a series of options listed below and an individually supervised dissertation.
The modules on offer are:
  • Advanced Language Teaching: technology-enhanced creative writing in a foreign language
  • Integrating Technology in Course Design and Assessment
  • Game based learning
  • Research methods 
  • Second language acquisition and teaching
  • Telecollaboration for Language Learning
  • Teaching Translation with Technology

There is no obligation to enroll in the course even if we make you an unconditional offer. If you’re not sure that you meet the entry requirements for your course, applying is the best way to find out.

For more information visit the official website of the programme: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/language-centre/teaching/dtlt.aspx

Wednesday 2 July 2014

Scholarship for the MA in Digital Technologies for Language Teaching

Applicants to the MA in Digital Technologies for Language Teaching (Distance Learning) are entitled to apply for the University of Nottingham Language Centre Bursary (£1500-application deadline summer 2014).


More info: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/clas/studywithus/postgraduate/pg-funding/schoolstudentships.aspx

Tuesday 1 July 2014

Scholarships for the MA in Digital Technologies for Language Teaching

Applicants to the MA in Digital Technologies for Language Teaching (Distance Learning) are also entitled to apply for the University of Nottingham Language Centre Bursary (currently £1500-application deadline summer 2014). For information and application forms, contact the programme director Dr. Cecilia Goria (cecilia.goria@nottingham.ac.uk)


For more information click here: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/clas/studywithus/postgraduate/pg-funding/schoolstudentships.aspx